Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GM1 Digital Camera - Black

The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GM1 Digital Camera is the first model to sit in the new Panasonic GM range of portable and lightweight compact system cameras and offers many of the advanced features found the larger G-series models. The Panasonic GM1 with Micro Four Thirds lens mount includes a 16 megapixel Live MOS sensor and a Light-speed AF focusing system capable of producing a continuous burst rate ...

The Key Features

• One of the smallest CSCs in the Lumix G-series
• Full Manual control
• 16 megapixel Live MOS sensor
• Built-in WiFi (no NFC)
• 3.0-inch, 1036K dot touch-control LCD
• 1080 HD video recording at 60i/30p
• Continuous shooting at 5 fps
• Built-in pop-up flash
• Max ISO 25,600
• 1/16,000 maximum shutter speed (with all-electronic shutter)
• Focus peaking
• Picture-in-picture magnification for manual focus
• Micro HDMI output
• Magnesium-alloy frame
• Includes Panasonic 12-32mm f3.5-5.6 Mega OIS G Vario Lens

Exceptional picture quality - 16MP MOS sensor
The GM1 boasts not just its outstandingly compact profile but its high functional performance for ultimate picture quality. The large 16-megapixel Digital Live MOS Sensor achieves both high resolution and high sensitivity image recording with less noise. The Venus Engine features its advanced noise reduction systems which helps produce clear, smooth image especially for the nighttime scenery. The combination of the new Live MOS Sensor and the Venus Engine achieves max. ISO25600.

Fast and accurate autofocus
All cameras of LUMIX G, and LUMIX GM1 adopt Contrast AF for its focus system. Compared with the Phase Difference System AF, the Contrast AF boasts higher accuracy especially in shooting with bright lens with small F value. The LUMIX GM1 features high-speed Light Speed AF, making it possible to capture even the fast-moving subject clearly. The camera and the lens exchange the digital signal at max. 240 fps to minimize the time to focus. The LUMIX GM1 realizes the high speed burst shooting at 5 fps in 16.00-megapixel and max. 40 fps using an electronic shutter.

Full-HD Video Recording
The LUMIX GM1 records smooth, high-resolution full-HD 1,920 x 1,080 60i (60 Hz) / 50i (50 Hz) videos in AVCHD or MP4* (MPEG-4 / H.264) format*. The LUMIX GM1 also supports 1080/24p native mode with 24 Mbps in AVCHD format bringing impressive afterimage to the footage. In addition, the P / A / S / M mode also lets you enjoy expressive video recording. Thanks to optimum pixel-mix technology which is made possible by the improvement of sensor sensitivity, sharpness and clarity are improved in motion images, too. * 30 fps (NTSC area) / 25 fps (PAL area) in MP4 recording.

Built-in Wi-Fi
The LUMIX GM1 integrates Wi-Fi connectivity to offer more flexible shooting experience and instant image sharing with easy operation. All these flexible shooting / browsing / sharing style are made possible with the LUMIX GM1 and the Panasonic's dedicated application software "Panasonic Image App" for iOS / Android smartphones / tablets.

Compact and lightweight, ideal for general purpose shooting
The Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-32mm f3.5-5.6 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. lens is an ultra-lightweight and compact retractable zoom lens for Panasonic G series cameras. It utilises MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabiliser) - Panasonic's advanced hand-shake correction technology and a 240 fps Sensor Drive to take advantage of cameras with high-speed Contrast AF.

iA (intelligent Auto) / iA Plus Mode
The iA (Intelligent Auto) mode supports taking beautiful pictures with a variety of shooting-assist functions including new Intelligent Handheld Night Shot and iHDR (Intelligent High Dynamic Range) in addition to AF Tracking, Intelligent D-range Control, Intelligent Scene Selector, Face Recognition and Intelligent ISO Control. The Intelligent Handheld Night Shot generates a glamorous night scenery even without using a tripod. The iA Plus mode lets you adjust defocusing area in the background, exposure compensation and white balance for more flexible control.

3.0-inch Monitor with Touch-control System
The touch-control system integrated in the 3.0-inch large approx.1036K-dot high resolution monitor immediately lets you to set focus to the subject by just touching it on the screen and you can even release the shutter.

Built-in Flash
Despite its ultra compact profile, the LUMIX GM1 integrates built-in flash (GN5.6 ISO200?m / GN4.0 ISO100?m) which is enough useful for daily snapshots.

Time Lapse Shot
Leave the camera to record stationary observation of subjects such as flowers coming into bloom or scudding cloud. The series of consequent images can be combined in a camera to produce a time lapse video.

Creative Control
The LUMIX GM1 comes with the popular Creative Control mode of 22 filter effects featuring new Rough Monochrome*, Silky Monochrome* and Monochrome in addition to the Expressive, Retro, High Key, Sepia, High Dynamic, Soft Focus*, Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, One Point Color, Cross Process, Low Key, Toy Effect, Star Filter* Miniature Effect, Old Days, Sunshine*, Bleach Bypass, Toy Pop and Fantasy mode. Effect parameter of each mode is also adjustable. * For photo only.

Light Weight, Durable Magnesium Alloy Frame
A light weight, durable magnesium alloy frame brings ruggedness to the compact size to provide flexible shooting.

Panasonic GM1 Sample Images

Expert Reviews
The Panasonic GM1 has been awarded Best Buy by Expert Reviews.
"The smallest CSC to date, and one of the best too." Read the full review here.

ePHOTOzine
The Panasonic GM1 was recently reviewed by ePHOTOzine and scored 5 Stars and won a Editors Choice award.
"The Panasonic Lumix GM1 is a miniature marvel, showing just how compact the Micro Four Thirds system can be without compromising on image quality!" Read the full review here.

What Digital Camera Magazine
The Panasonic DMC-GM1 was reviewed by What Digital Camera and scored 90% and won a Gold Award.
"Panasonic have achieved something quite remarkable with the GM1. The way such impressive features have been squeezed into such a small body goes to show what is possible, and as well as being a great technological achievement in its own right, its put its own stamp on what we define as compact in compact system camera".

TechRadar 5-Star Review
The DMC-GM1 was recently reviewed by TechRadar and scored 5 Stars.
"It's a (jacket) pocketable compact system camera that you can take anywhere, but unlike some of the other teeny tiny contenders, it doesn't skimp on image quality".